Books with author J. Nicholas

Sometimes the fall is only the beginning.In the year 2048, the crumbling remnants of western North America are suddenly buried in ash, weakening the grip of the brutal dictatorship. A factional landscape springs from the ashes, con man Luke Stokes artfully navigating the clash.But he can't remain above the fray for long, as each faction seeks the truth from Luke regarding his murdered brother's final project. A neural-interface technology that will forever shift the fragile balance of the ashen plains. With the true believers, desert nomads, survivalists and existing regime closing in, Luke must delve deeper into his genius brother's secrets. And the truth about his last project will dramatically alter the remnants of civilization.Because the fall isn't always the end - sometimes, it's only the beginning. Seamlessly merging thought-provoking philosophical ideas with page-burning action, ASHES OF THE FALL is the first novel in the dystopian/post-apocalyptic Remnants Trilogy.

A dark mermaid tale with an unlikely hero destined to save the world.When Luke's mother died, she left him in the care of his strict, fisherman uncle with nothing but a trident-shaped amulet and the instructions to wear it every day of his life. While he's followed those instructions flawlessly for sixteen years, he's always wondered why it's so important? And when an opportunity to finally have a shot at being with the girl of his dreams sparks him to give the amulet away to her, he has no idea that the seemingly innocent act will set in motion an irreversible chain of events that will change his life forever.It starts with a trio of beautiful sisters arriving in town, who instantly capture the hearts of every guy in school. Luke is left to wonder why not only does he seem to be immune to their spell-like charm, but why they're so interested in him of all people. And as if his gorgeous new stalkers weren't strange enough, Luke begins to feel like a whole new person since he's stopped wearing the amulet—able to do things that he never thought possible.And when he discovers that his life is in danger, he realizes that the only thing that can protect him is the very thing that's preventing him from ever discovering his true self. Will he risk death to learn the truth about himself, his mother, and the mysterious sisters?The Depths is a young adult novel sure to appeal to fans of mermaids, paranormal romance, dark fantasy, and supernatural mystery and suspense.Book One in The Siren Sisters series.

This classic bestseller is THE career-design bible for college graduates and midlife career-changers alike. Now fully revised and updated for the twenty-first century! Based on breakthrough techniques developed by Rockport Institute, an innovative and award-winning career-counseling network that has changed the lives of hundreds of thousands of people, The Pathfinder offers invaluable advice and more than 100 self-tests and diagnostic tools that will help you choose an entirely new career—or view a current job from a new, more positive perspective. You’ll learn: Whether you’re a seasoned professional in search of a career change or a beginner just entering the working world, you want to make the right choices from the beginning. No matter where you are in your journey, if you want work to be more of a dance than a drag, The Pathfinder will expertly coach you through the process of designing a career you will love.

They're the perfect family. She's the perfect babysitter. On the surface anyway . . .Heather has a seemingly perfect marriage to her younger husband David, and an adorable 4-year-old daughter named Lizzie. But shortly after moving into their dream home, Heather's own negligence puts their daughter's life in jeopardy, and so David decides to hire a babysitter to make sure that it never happens again.Despite Heather's initial misgivings, she begins to see the bright side of having Angelique, the new babysitter, around to help out. But Angelique has plans of her own. She schemes her way into driving a wedge between Heather and David while trying to seduce David. But what is her end game? Is it purely mischievous born out of lust for an attractive older man? Or is it something far more sinister?

You make time for what you want in life —Especially love. Could she be convinced that this was true? If Monica wanted to be a top notch doctor she didn’t have time for a relationship, at least not while she finished medical school. Instead her nights were filled with fantasies of the married man she worked with during the day. Because with him, she knew there could be no relationship in real life. Then she met Nick. He served her up a glass of wine and a body full of attraction. With goals of opening a bar of his own he was occupied. But he wasn’t too busy for love. Buy Unexpected now to read this steamy battle between time and love.

A mother's love knows no bounds . . .Fifteen years have passed since the day that Daniel Miller was born, and he still knows nothing about his real mother or the horrible things that she did. He has lived a sheltered life. His father doing everything in his power to make sure that Daniel never finds out about the woman that gave birth to him.But secrets can only stay buried for so long, and when Daniel finds himself in a situation eerily similar to the one that changed his father's life forever, is he doomed to make the same mistakes? Or can he prevent himself from falling into the same trap that Zachary did when he was his age?The sequel to Unplanned, Unborn is a fast-paced suspense novel with twists and turns and a shocking climax.This is BOOK TWO in the End of Innocence series.

One life begins with a careless mistake . . . another ends in coldblooded murder.After losing his father in a tragic accident, 16-year-old Zachary Miller finds a brief escape from his pain in a one-night stand with Karissa—a perfect stranger. Four months later, she shows up at his door, pregnant with his baby.Zachary promises Karissa that he'll take responsibility and even allows her to move in, much to his mother's displeasure, but Karissa is not satisfied. The beyond clingy teenager starts to take control of every aspect of Zachary's life, driving a wedge between him and the people closest to him. All the while, Zachary remains unaware of how dangerous the soon-to-be-teen mom truly is.But what happens when someone winds up dead? Can Zachary discover the truth about Karissa’s intentions, as well as her dark past, before her obsession drives her to destroy his life entirely?If you're a fan of drama-fueled suspense, twisted one-sided romance, and dark mysteries, then this is the book for you!Get Unplanned today to experience a twisted tale of teenage infatuation gone too far.This is BOOK ONE in the End of Innocence series.

Comprehensive and completely up-to-date, Frommer’s Iceland takes you from world-famous waterfalls to hopping nightclubs and everywhere in between. Frommer’s expert Nicholas Gill, an Iceland specialist, knows every inch of the country and is not afraid to tell the truth. With his reliable, straight-shooting advice, you’ll be hiking across lava fields, catching the Northern Lights from a hot tub, spotting one of the 20 species of whales that swim in Icelandic waters, experiencing Iceland’s rich cultural traditions and innovative regional cuisine, and more. Frommer’s Iceland contains:· Helpful maps throughout the book, including a handy pullout map· Detailed itineraries for planning a trip to suit your interests and make the most of your time· Authentic experiences honoring Iceland’s diverse topography, cultural traditions, food, and customs· Outdoor adventures for travelers of all ages and skill levels · Opinionated reviews of the best restaurants, tours, shops, attractions and hotels―and the ones to avoid· Accurate, up-to-date info on transportation, useful websites, telephone numbers, and other resources you’ll need· Money-saving tips and exact pricing for travelers on any budget―from backpacker to luxuryAbout Frommer’s: There’s a reason that Frommer’s has been the most trusted name in travel for more than sixty years. Arthur Frommer created the best-selling guide series in 1957 to help American servicemen fulfill their dreams of travel in Europe, and since then, we have published thousands of titles became a household name helping millions upon millions of people realize their own dreams of seeing our planet. Travel is easy with Frommer’s.

Super Fox and Jason Nox is an exciting and instructive children's story about good manners. Fantasy, action and a sense of humor will draw your attention to this story, while your child will learn useful lessons about good and bad manners thanks to colourful situations and fascinating examples. The main character Super Fox is a bright example of good deeds, and a boy named Jason helps him to draw the most correct conclusions from these situations. Super Fox is an alien creature that appears on the planet Earth, unable to return home to his home planet. But fortunately, during his journey he meets the friendly Nox family, who gladly accepts him and takes care of him as their own child. The fox is not an ordinary alien, but the owner of supernatural abilities, which he uses only in good deeds and actions. In his amusing adventures, he frequently uses his skills to become a local superhero. The fox’s best friend Jason Nox, who is a very curious boy, tries to imitate only his best qualities, and the fox willingly helps him.

What do you do when the promise of one night turns into a few? Marley thought the only way to prevent heartbreak was to avoid commitment -- relationships were off the table. But to appease both her heart and hormones, she allowed herself a night with him, but only one. Boris agreed to the promise of just one night. The thought of a worry free sex life was appealing. Hell he didn’t need the hassle of a relationship either. Or so he thought. After their first night together he knew he at least wanted one more. But how many nights would it take to convince Marley that he wouldn’t break her heart?

Avery Sparks is a master at controlling chaos—and she gets plenty of opportunities as fire chief and head of emergency management in her hometown of Chance, Nebraska. The only thing she can’t seem to control are her feelings when she’s around Jake Mitchell, the man who was her first everything the night of their high school graduation. But Jake was so quick to leave Chance—and Avery—behind that she swore she’d move on.While Avery’s job is to minimize drama, Jake embraces the chaos of an emergency. After enlisting in the Army National Guard, Jake became a nationally recognized leader in disaster recovery. Yet a life on the road has left him restless. So when a class-four tornado wreaks havoc on Chance, he’s eager to return home—and to the woman never far from his mind.Now, Avery and Jake must team up to help their hometown weather a siege of violent storms. But it’s clear to them both that nature isn’t the only force they’ll have to reckon with. Will Avery and Jake’s whirlwind love affair be an all-new disaster—or can they recover from their stormy past to build a future together?

She said he’s just a friend. But could he be more? What if they took it there and there wasn’t chemistry? Or if her feelings were stronger than his? Or maybe his were stronger than hers? Could they return to best friend status — you know, if it didn’t work? Josiah was willing to risk their friendship for more. Brooklyn was hoping they’d never have to return to being just friends. Do friends make the best lovers?Read He’s Just a Friend today.